Major Retailers Pilot First Insight’s Predictive AI Copilot Ellis Ahead of 2026
As the 2026 planning season ramps up, major retailers are turning to AI copilots like First Insight’s Ellis to make faster, smarter merchandising decisions that protect margins and anticipate shifting consumer demand.
New York Enacts First Statewide Ban on AI Rent-Setting Algorithms
In a landmark move for AI regulation and market ethics, New York has become the first U.S. state to outlaw the use of algorithmic rent-setting software—a sweeping measure that directly links AI systems to potential price collusion.
Anthropic Launches Agent Skills to Extend Claude’s Specialized Capabilities
With its new Agent Skills, Anthropic is transforming Claude from a conversational model into a configurable digital worker capable of learning and applying specialized expertise on demand.
Startup San Diego Week 2025: Building the Binational Future of AI and Innovation
Five days, five cities, and two countries — Startup San Diego Week 2025 revealed how AI, sustainability, and cross-border collaboration are reshaping the region’s innovation future.
Microsoft Launches MAI-Image-1, Its First In-House AI Image Generator
Microsoft has unveiled MAI-Image-1, its first fully in-house text-to-image generation model, marking a major milestone in the company’s push toward building a complete, self-reliant AI ecosystem.
Google Launches Veo 3.1 and New Audio Controls in Flow
Google is expanding the frontier of AI-powered filmmaking with Veo 3.1 and new creative tools in Flow, giving creators more control over visuals, sound, and storytelling than ever before.
Anthropic Unveils Claude Haiku 4.5: Near-Frontier AI at One-Third the Cost
Anthropic is tightening the gap between speed and intelligence with Claude Haiku 4.5, a lightweight model that delivers near-frontier performance at a fraction of the cost — signaling a new phase in its multi-model AI strategy.
